Scientists identify hormones and proteins regulating root emergence through intercellular communication. This discovery could aid in controlling root growth and improving plant adaptability to drought conditions caused by climate change.
University of Delaware biomedical engineer Emily Day is developing a platform technology that can transform the treatment of benign and malignant blood disorders. Her research uses nanoparticle carrier systems to target and deliver cargo to blood stem cells, potentially replacing bone marrow transplants.
A new study from the University of Delaware suggests that India can sustainably enhance its food supply and reduce environmental impacts by reducing reliance on rice and planting more nutritious crops like sorghum and finger millet. The traditional cereals have higher nutritional quality, use less water and energy, and emit fewer green...
A new approach developed by University of Delaware researchers uses machine learning to predict soil moisture conditions in smaller areas with greater detail than standard models. This improves regional and global analysis while providing more accurate predictions even without existing data.
Researchers found that fluctuations in the North Atlantic Oscillation have cost New England fishermen their jobs, with an average loss of 16% of fishing jobs in coastal counties. This effect is distinct from other factors affecting the industry.
Researchers at the University of Delaware have discovered a direct link between ancient carbon, graphite particles from hydrothermal vents, and seafloor sediments. This finding sheds new light on the dynamics of the marine carbon cycle, revealing that organic carbon can be converted to graphite at vents.
Researchers created a high-electron mobility transistor with record-low gate leakage current, high on/off current ratio, and high current gain cutoff frequency. The device has the potential to expand bandwidth for wireless communication systems, enabling more information transmission in less battery life.
University of Delaware researchers identify gene expression irregularities and lipoprotein lipase enzyme as causes of wooden breast syndrome in broiler chickens. This metabolic disorder can make the meat hard and chewy, causing significant economic losses for growers.
W7energy's new class of polymer membranes could bring zero-emission fuel cell electric vehicles within reach, with projected costs one-third less than traditional fuel cell systems. The startup aims to commercialize the technology and expand its use in clean hydrogen production, battery storage, and carbon dioxide removal.
A four-investigator team led by University of Delaware physicist Marianna Safronova has won a prestigious Synergy Grant to build a nuclear clock, which will be far more sensitive than atomic clocks. The project aims to search for undiscovered physics effects and detect dark matter particles.
Researchers developed a nondestructive TFM platform allowing for high-throughput cell measurements. The new platform uses a regular array of fluorescent markers to enable zero-stress state measurements, reducing the need for cell removal or relaxation.
Researchers created a new fundamental unit of polymers called bundlemers, which can be customized and linked to create rigid, self-assembling chains. These bundles have surprising stiffness and potential applications in industries such as textiles, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace.
A novel membrane and chemical reduction process have been patented by University of Delaware researchers to remove perchlorate from drinking water. The technology has shown high efficiency in reducing perchlorate concentrations, making it a potential solution for mitigating human health risks associated with this contaminant.
Researchers aim to leverage quantum dot technology to understand how living things conduct internal communications and send messages to other organisms. They will track the movement of extracellular vesicles and their cargo using quantum dots, which offer superior brightness and stability.
Researchers investigating the effects of dam removal on water quality and nutrient processing in streams and rivers. Removing antiquated dams may harm or help water quality depending on the scenario. The study aims to identify hotspots of nitrogen processing and develop a new model for stream and riparian processes.
Researchers at the University of Delaware found that 3D-printed coral models do not harm fish behavior or coral survival. Fish showed no preference between native coral and artificial habitats, making biodegradable materials like cornstarch a promising alternative to plastic.
A new study found that children with strong early reading skills in their native Spanish language performed better in reading English, even after controlling for English proficiency. This suggests that well-developed Spanish reading proficiency plays a greater role in English reading development than speaking English.
A team of researchers from the University of Delaware examined the age, origin, and sustainability of fossil aquifers in the Mega Aquifer System (MAS) in the Arabian Peninsula. They used a combination of geochemical analysis, satellite data, and field investigations to determine the quality and age of the water.
Researchers at the University of Delaware are developing new memory devices that can support neural networks in low-power embedded systems. These advancements aim to improve the lifetime and reliability of IoT devices, which currently struggle with battery power and memory constraints.
University of Delaware Professor April Kloxin wins NIH Director's New Innovator Award to develop synthetic models of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a fatal disease affecting over 3 million people globally. Her research aims to uncover insights into the underlying causes and potential treatments for lung fibrosis.
A team led by Prof Swati Singh is exploring the use of quantum systems to study astrophysical phenomena. They are developing smaller detectors that can be used to detect weak forces exerted by dark matter and gravitational waves, which could provide new insights into these mysteries.
The University of Delaware will lead the development of a world-class neutron spin echo spectrometer, allowing scientists to detect molecular motion in various materials. The instrument will advance research in engineering, soft matter, and biological sciences, benefiting humanity through new medicines and technologies.
Researchers at the University of Delaware have invented a bacteria-based application to prevent or mitigate harmful algal blooms, specifically targeting dinoflagellates responsible for red tides. The algicide, embedded in gel beads, is environmentally neutral and can be deployed in coastal waters as needed.
A research team at the University of Delaware has designed an integrated photonics platform with a one-dimensional metalens and metasurfaces, limiting information loss and enabling high signal transmission. The device demonstrates functionalities of Fourier transformation and differentiation, critical techniques in physical sciences.
Researchers have discovered a new reaction that enables the production of indoline scaffolds, which are crucial for developing new medicines. By using nitrogen as a catalyst, the reaction can create complex assemblies more easily and efficiently.
A team of researchers, led by Hagit Shatkay, is developing computational methods to accelerate discovery in astroparticle physics, a crucial step towards understanding dark matter. By analyzing noisy sensor data from an underground experiment, the team aims to detect and identify dark-matter particles.
A team of researchers has identified a new circular RNA that promotes tumor activity, contradicting its role as a cancer suppressor. The discovery opens up new opportunities to understand the genetics of cancer and potentially develop targeted treatment protocols.
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals that unmarried patients with cancer are significantly less likely to receive potentially life-saving surgeries or radiotherapies compared to their married counterparts. The disparity persists despite extensive research findings suggesting otherwise.
Researchers developed a new process to form high-value chemicals called amides by coupling carbon and nitrogen bonds in an electrochemical reaction. This breakthrough enables the production of useful substances in various industries, including pharmaceuticals.
Experts propose carefully planned retreat as a tool to achieve societal goals like community revitalization, equity, and sustainability. The approach acknowledges challenges but aims to prepare for long-term adaptation by limiting development in at-risk areas.
Researchers at the University of Delaware have made significant progress in developing a cost-effective fuel cell technology utilizing ammonia, a nitrogen-based liquid fuel. Ammonia has been identified as the lowest-cost fuel produced from renewable energy, with potential to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and improve efficiency.
UD researchers create a network of synthetic materials mimicking the mechanical gradient of a bristle worm's jaw system, governing its mechanical properties through metal coordination chemistry. This breakthrough enables the development of new materials for various applications, including soft robotics and medical devices.
A novel catalysis system reduces carbon dioxide to methane in a single step, eliminating intermediate steps. The system uses copper and nanostructured silver surfaces, yielding higher methane concentrations than copper-only systems.
Daily intake of Montmorency tart cherry juice improved memory scores among adults aged 65-73, with notable reductions in movement time and errors during visual and spatial working memory tasks. Compliance was high, but larger studies are warranted to confirm findings.
A new study found that rising temperatures due to climate change will increase the number of days with high concentrations of ozone in the Mid-Atlantic region, posing significant health risks. The study, led by Cristina Archer, analyzed nearly 50 years' worth of data and found that near-ground ozone levels can exacerbate respiratory co...
Scientists at the University of Delaware and Georgia Tech have won a grant to develop a new approach for improving the efficiency of PERC cells, which are designed to increase electricity generation in solar panels. The team aims to use sulfur and selenium to create more efficient silicon solar cells with improved voltage.
A new study reveals that the world's marine fisheries form a single network with over $10 billion worth of fish caught in another country each year. The study shows that ocean regions are connected through larval dispersal, highlighting the need for international cooperation to conserve natural resources and ensure food security.
Researchers found that marine oil snow transfers oil's negative impacts from the water column to seafloor sediments, delivering oxygenated compounds to organisms in the sediments. This process can increase toxicity in deep-sea ecosystems.
A team of researchers from the University of Delaware and Jilin University has synthesized the most stable crystalline porous material on record, a polyarylether-based covalent organic framework. This material can sift antibiotic residue out of water in a pH ranging from 1 to 13 and is stable up to 400 degrees Celsius.
A team of UD engineers has developed a fuel cell system that can efficiently remove carbon dioxide from an air stream, making it possible to use fuel cells in transportation applications. The system uses an electrochemical pump to capture CO2, allowing for the production of a CO2-free air stream suitable for fuel cells.
A new study from the University of Delaware has shed light on the age and origin of groundwaters in Egyptian aquifers using chlorine isotopes as chemical tracers. The research found that some groundwater samples are up to 200,000 years old, indicating a complex interaction between shallow and deep aquifers.
A team of scientists discovered that the elasticity of gels arises from the packing of clusters of particles in the gels. The researchers used graph theory to identify the boundaries between these clusters, which act as rigid units within the gel, determining its elastic modulus.
Researchers discovered that the right hemisphere plays a crucial role in processing foreign speech sounds at the beginning of language learning. Successful learners showed increased activity in the right hemisphere during sound recognition tasks. The study's findings have the potential to improve instructional methods for adult learners.
Tapping into ocean freshwater resources could threaten onshore aquifer systems, lead to diminished groundwater availability and cause land subsidence. This could have devastating effects on coastal population centers, especially in densely populated areas.
Salil Lachke's research aims to understand the developmental disorders that cause anophthalmia and microphthalmia, rare eye defects occurring in 1 in every 5,300 babies born in the US. The NIH grant will support his investigation of Rbm24, a gene implicated in eye development and potentially other diseases.
Researchers discovered the diameter of a giant red giant star 2,674 light-years away and a sun-like star at 700 light-years, setting a record for the smallest star measured. The team used asteroid occultations to calculate the stars' sizes with high accuracy.
The University of Delaware team created poly(aryl piperidinium) polymers for hydroxide exchange membranes, achieving record power density and stability. This breakthrough enables the development of more efficient and cost-effective fuel cells for eco-friendly vehicles.
A team at the University of Delaware has engineered a silicon-graphene device that can transmit radiofrequency waves in less than a picosecond, enabling faster communications. The device combines the benefits of silicon and graphene, with improved carrier mobility and electrical properties.
A University of Delaware study found that certain native tree species provide better food resources for insects and attract migratory birds to coffee farms. Shade-grown coffee farms can serve as habitat refuges for wildlife, improving farm productivity and biodiversity.
A device called VibeForward reduces symptoms of freezing of gait in patients with Parkinson's disease by providing vibration therapy through a portable, non-invasive shoe. The technology has shown early evidence to help improve daily life for those with the condition.